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What do we think of Moira??

31 replies

vinobaroness · 16/07/2012 23:09

Hi All,

What are your opinions on Moira? It used to be quite popular here in Ireland years ago but not so much in recent years-pronounced Moy-ra. Thnaks

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vinobaroness · 16/07/2012 23:22

No its not even on our list but we were watching a film tonight & Moira came up in the credits, hubby & I both looked at each other & said not bad a name neither of us had heard in years. Just thought I'd get a few opinions to see what op think to see if it makes the cut for "the list"!!

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ChocolateIsAFoodGroup · 16/07/2012 23:20

'Fraid it conjures up bad images of someone who sweats a lot and has very pasty skin!

(I think this - rather specific description! - is based on it being a character in a book?! Can't remember......)

That being said, you should use the name you like and ignore us! Wink

UnSocialite · 16/07/2012 23:19

I know a 90 year old Moira - I think it might be one of those 'granny chic' names that might take a while to come back into fashion! Having said that, there's nothing wrong with it and, just because it's not to my taste, it doesn't mean you shouldn't use it :)

LuellaLovesLavender · 16/07/2012 23:16

There is a reason it's not so popular nowadays in Ireland it's awful!

maresedotes · 16/07/2012 23:16

Really like it. Girl at DD's school called Moira (she's 9). Strong, unusual name and she's clever!

GaryTankCommander · 16/07/2012 23:12

Makes me think of Moira Stewart. It's one of those names that I can't imagine a
Baby/Child/Teenager having. It's a name for a woman 45-70 years old IMO.

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